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Daily Mwasalat buses on Route 53 reach Nizwa in about 1 hour 45 minutes. Compare fares and book online with Shawy in minutes.

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    Why take the Muscat → Nizwa bus?

    Daily Mwasalat service on Route 53 via Nizwa

    Journey time of about 1 hour 45 minutes

    Departs Burj Al Sahwa & Azaiba stations

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    About the Muscat → Nizwa route

    Muscat to Nizwa by bus

    One of Oman's most popular day-trip routes. Daily buses cover the ~150 km to Nizwa; compare the available services and book online with Shawy.

    Journey time & departure points

    Mwasalat operates Route 53 (Muscat–Ibri–Buraimi) through Nizwa daily, taking about 1 hour 45 minutes. Buses depart Burj Al Sahwa, and passengers can also board at Azaiba and Muscat International Airport.

    Planning a day trip

    An early Route 100 (Muscat–Salalah) departure passes Nizwa–Firq, and a Route 53 return runs midday — handy for a same-day visit. See the FAQs for current times.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Yes. Mwasalat operates Route 53 (Muscat–Ibri–Buraimi), which passes through Nizwa daily. You can book your ticket conveniently through Shawy website at shawy.om or by downloading the Shawy app from the App Store or Google Play.
    If booked with Shawy, current options are 5 OMR on Route 53 (Muscat - Ibri - Buraimi).
    The bus journey from Muscat to Nizwa takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. You can book your ticket online through the Shawy website at shawy.om or via the Shawy app.
    After booking your ticket on the Shawy website or app, you can board the Mwasalat bus to Nizwa at Burj Al Sahwa Bus Station. You may also board at Azaiba Bus Station, Al Azaiba – Pedestrian Bridge, Muscat International Airport, or Muscat International Airport (Old Terminal).
    Yes, it is safe to travel from Muscat to Nizwa at night. For better visibility and scenic views, many travellers choose to travel during the day. Book your ticket online at shawy.om or via the Shawy app, available on the App Store and Google Play.
    When you book with Shawy, tickets for Route 53 (Muscat–Ibri–Buraimi) are currently available from OMR 5.
    Yes. The road from Muscat to Nizwa is fully paved and suitable for regular cars. Alternatively, you can enjoy a hassle free journey by booking a bus ticket through the Shawy website at shawy.om or via the Shawy app.
    Yes. There are two bus options from Muscat to Nizwa. Route 100 (Muscat–Salalah) costs OMR 8, departs Burj Al Sahwa Bus Station at 7:50 AM, and arrives at Nizwa – Firq at 9:20 AM. Alternatively, Route 53 (Muscat–Ibri–Buraimi) is available for OMR 5 and departs Burj Al Sahwa Bus Station at 12:45 PM. You can book either route quickly and easily through the Shawy website at shawy.om or via the Shawy app.
    Yes, you can take Route 100 Muscat - Salalah, which departs Burj Al Sahwa Bus Station at 07:50 AM and passes through Nizwa - Firq at 09:20 AM. For your return, you can take Route 53 Buraimi - Ibri - Muscat, which departs Nizwa - Firq at 12:17 PM and gets to Burj Al Sahwa Bus Station at 14:05 PM. The bad news is that this only leaves you with 3 hours to spend in Nizwa for a transportation cost of 13 OMR (8 OMR Departure + 5 OMR Return).
    Yes. Mwasalat operates Route 53 (Muscat–Ibri–Buraimi), which serves Nizwa daily. You can book your ticket online through the Shawy website at shawy.om or via the Shawy app.
    The bus journey from Muscat to Nizwa takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. You can book your ticket online through the Shawy website at shawy.om or via the Shawy app.
    Yes, you can book your ticket in advance with Shawy Reservations (https://www.shawy.om), or through their licensed mobile application.
    Yes. The Muscat to Nizwa bus route is generally considered safe for solo women travellers. Book your ticket online through the Shawy website at shawy.om or via the Shawy app.
    Yes, buses are available late at night from Muscat to Nizwa, but mostly through Muscat - Salalah routes. You can book your ticket online through the Shawy website at shawy.om or via the Shawy app.
    The best time of year to travel from Muscat to Nizwa by bus is during Oman's winter months, from November to March, when cooler temperatures make the journey more comfortable. Book your ticket through the Shawy website at shawy.om or via the Shawy app.

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